GNC Engineer: Algorithms (GPI Program) Level 2 or 3 (Chandler)

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Chandler
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Interim Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. If forging a secure future excites you, look no further! Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector provides an arena where your passion for innovation and quest for exploration are welcome. As a GNC Engineer: Algorithms – Level 2 or Level 3 your role at Chandler, AZ will be pivotal in supporting missions critical to national and global security. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work. Ready to join forces with our visionary team? Northrop Grumman's Space Systems Algorithms Group, within the Seeker/Tracking Algorithms team, is seeking motivated individuals to support the Glide Phase Interceptor (GPI) Program within the Launch Vehicle business unit. In this role, you will contribute to the development and implementation of advanced algorithms in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, collaborating with a diverse team to drive innovation and deliver mission-critical solutions. This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies and tackle a variety of challenging assignments while fostering collaboration across all organizational levels. This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off. In this job, you will: Design, develop, implement, verify, and test algorithms and simulation tools for guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) of aircraft, spacecraft, submersibles, surface ships, missiles, launch vehicles, and upper stages. Aply GNC solutions across all mission phases: powered flight, coast phases, launch, Earth orbit, interplanetary cruise, orbital insertion, and staging events. Perform navigation functions, including statistical processing of measured data points and integrating them into realistic simulation algorithms. Formulate guidance equations that achieve specific target positions, orientations, or orbital parameters. Design and analyze control systems, creating control laws and defining hardware and software requirements for aircraft, launch vehicles, and spacecraft. Conduct verification and testing to ensure algorithms and tools meet performance, reliability, and safety standards throughout the vehicle life?cycle. Other duties as assigned If this job description reads like it was written specifically for you, consider joining our team! This position is contingent upon the candidate obtaining final clearances and program access(es) within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company. This position can be filled at either a Level 2 or Level 3. Basic Qualifications for Level 2: Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 1 years of professional experience. Will consider an additional 4 years of experience in lieu of degree. Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance Knowledge in designing, implementing, and testing seeker discrimination and tracking algorithms Knowledge of Digital Signal Processing and Kalman Filtering Proficiency in creating and maintaining analysis tools in C++, MATLAB and Python Proficiency in C++ development in a Linux environment Proficiency in MATLAB and Python toolchains Basic Qualifications for Level 3: Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 3 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 1 year of professional experience. Will consider an additional 4 years of experience in lieu of degree. Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance Knowledge in designing, implementing, and testing seeker discrimination and tracking algorithms Knowledge of Digital Signal Processing and Kalman Filtering Proficiency in creating and maintaining analysis tools in C++, MATLAB and Python Proficiency in C++ development in a Linux environment Proficiency in MATLAB and Python toolchains Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Digital Signal Processing and Kalman Filtering Experience developing requirements for seeker discrimination and tracking algorithms Ability to integrate complex systems that facilitate continuous build, continuous integration, continuous test, and continuous deployment Working knowledge of hardware/software analysis tools (debuggers, logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, emulators, etc.) Experience with spacecraft or launch systems software development Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to interface with all levels of employees and management Experience with digital signal or video processing Experience with Discrimination Algorithms Experience with Embedded Programming Experience with Statistical Analyses Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below: https://www.northropgrumman.com/space Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site. Northrop Grumman Total Rewards Primary Level Salary Range: $79,300.00 - $118,900.00 Secondary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00 The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business. The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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